Nordic
2 synonyms for Nordic, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Relating to the Nordic countries — Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Iceland — or their people and culture.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Relating to the Nordic countries — Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Iceland — or their people and culture.
“The show is famous for its bleak Nordic crime dramas.”
2. noun
A person from, or with ancestry from, the Nordic countries.
“Tall, fair-haired Nordics filled the ski lodge.”
How to use Nordic
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Nordic countries
Nordic noir
Nordic skiing
Nordic design
Etymology
Borrowed via French nordique from nord, "north."
Full origin of Nordic →Frequently asked questions
What does “Nordic” mean?
The word “Nordic” means relating to the Nordic countries — Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Iceland — or their people and culture. In plain terms, to do with Scandinavia/the Nordic region, or with cross-country-style skiing.
How do you pronounce “Nordic”?
“Nordic” is pronounced NAW-dihk (/ˈnɔɹ.dɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “Nordic” in a sentence?
Here is “Nordic” used in a sentence: “The show is famous for its bleak Nordic crime dramas.”
What part of speech is “Nordic”?
Depending on how it is used, “Nordic” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “Nordic” come from?
The word “Nordic” comes from French. Borrowed via French nordique from nord, "north.".
Is “Nordic” a common word?
“Nordic” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Nordic” have?
“Nordic” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to the Nordic countries — Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Iceland — or their people and culture.
